I conducted this interview with one of my homebirth clients, Shatoyia Jones-Medor, and I learned so much. Shatoyia serves as an international women’s advocate, full-time founder of Cacica of Kingdom Woman Finishing School of self-mastery and divinity, and teaches and performs Chakacha movement practice. This interview is an exploration of Chakacha movement, its history and…

Holyoke – MiraVista Behavioral Health Center is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Kenneth R. Richmond, MD, MS, as its new Medical Director. Dr. Richmond, a highly respected psychiatrist and experienced leader in the field of behavioral health, brings a dynamic combination of clinical excellence, strategic vision, and unwavering dedication to patient care to…

BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey signed An Act Relative to Medically Necessary Breast Screenings and Exams for Equity and Early Detection. This comprehensive legislation will ensure that patients have access to follow-up breast cancer screenings and exams, while also preventing any increase in patient cost-sharing by 2026. “We know that early detection of breast cancer…

As chairperson of the Springfield Dementia Friendly Coalition, I am often approached with these types of statements: “I think I have Alzheimer’s. My memory is not like it used to be.” My response is always, “Unless you have been assessed and diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, I would not say that!!!” I would say that we, as…